Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join a collaborative team in Santa Clarita, California. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing core accounting work with regular interaction with customers and internal partners. The role offers broad exposure to day-to-day accounting activities and is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage customer billing support by issuing invoices and statements, responding to payment questions, and following up on outstanding balances.

• Reconcile bank activity regularly to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and discrepancies are resolved promptly.

• Post and apply cash receipts across a high-volume portfolio of accounts while maintaining accurate account activity.

• Contribute to accounts receivable operations by monitoring customer balances and helping keep records current and reliable.

• Assist with sales and use tax tasks, including maintaining supporting documentation and helping meet reporting obligations.

• Support year-end 1099 preparation by organizing data, reviewing records, and assisting with timely processing.

• Maintain orderly accounting documentation and reduce outstanding transactional backlog to keep financial records up to date.

• Work closely with colleagues across the business to support daily accounting functions and address operational needs as they arise. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

• At least 3 years of experience in staff accounting, accounts receivable, or a similar accounting position.

• Proven ability to manage collections activities and communicate professionally with customers regarding billing and payments.

• Hands-on experience with bank reconciliations, cash posting, and cash application.

• Working knowledge of sales and use tax requirements and annual 1099 processing.

• Experience with journal entries, general ledger activity, accounts receivable, and accounts payable support.

• Familiarity with manufacturing environments is helpful, and experience with ERP systems is strongly preferred.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a hands-on role.

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